In Sept 2006 I tested negative for Herpes IGM and IGG 1/2. In April 2007 I started getting burning urination which was followed 10 days later by itching and what appeared to be 2 blisters on my penis shaft. I immediately tested again.  The IGM was positive and IGG 1/2 both negative which confirmed that it was a “possible” first infection/outbreak. The sores went away within a couple days. I did research and started taking Lysine and red marine algae. 8 weeks later I went back in for testing. Both IGM and IGG 1/2 were negative. Over the next 11 years I have been symptom free, still taking lysine and red algae, and have randomly tested negative over the years for both IGG1 and IGG2 a total of 7 times since the initial episode.

My question is: Is it possible I never had Herpes to begin with? Or I suppressed it to undetectable antibody levels by the lysine/algae? Or I possibly cured it as crazy as that sounds? In 7 tests and 11 years I have never tested positive for IGG 1 or 2.

I’ve also noticed many different versions of these tests available: HerpeSelect, Type Specific Immunoblot by ELISA/IFA, western blot, Type 1/2 DNA PCR blood test. Are any of these tests superior to my specific situation? Would the DNA/PCR blood test prove more effective in seeing if I do have the herpes virus in my system since it looks for the actual genetic material of the virus itself?

I know I should just be thankful and happy at where I’m at currently but the mystery still bothers me to this day. Any insight would be appreciated.

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That certainly makes me feel a lot better about all the misleading info circulating out there.  One more quick question. In your expert opinion would the 7 negative IgG tests (despite their % flaws) be a good indicator that I am most likely negative? I am definitely looking into getting the western blot, but just curious.

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Thank you.  I am definitely going to get a Western blot. I found that the only way to do that is to get an info packet from UW and present that to my healthcare provider OR be a part of your study correct? Are you still conducting the study? The Westoverheights site says it is still available.  I also have found a "Anylabtestnow" facility near me.  Would you be able to order the test for me after the "evisit" and I can then go directly to the lab?

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